The 2026 Carbon Future Young Investigator Award recognizes ten PhD and postdoctoral researchers for their work in carbon materials, catalysis, and low-carbon energy. These scientists are developing new methods for carbon capture, CO2 conversion, and sustainable fuel production. Key research highlighted includes atomic-level catalyst design for carbon capture and the creation of scalable, low-carbon materials for green energy devices. The awardees represent global institutions, including MIT, Yale, and the Max Planck Society.
